VMLY&R Discussions

PSA: it’s better to use all your vacation and then quit vs taking the payout. I just got cucked.

Hello! I've been struggling the last few weeks because someone on my team has been taking credit for my work. This coworker is really good with buzzwords and getting the attention of upper management. I'm feeling discouraged - what should I do?

I feel like a lot of branded content goes by the wayside and has 0 shelf life ... are there any good examples that cut through and had some longevity?

Hey CFA friends, am I allowed to use an HP10bII+ on the exam? I heard there are only a few models allowed...

My company covers in depth results each week, including meetings set/attended, wins, revenue, retention etc. I feel as if evaluating in such depth is detrimental to the psyche, as you never get to “ride the high.” In addition, some weeks are simply slower than others, and it’s not always representative of what the results at the end of the period or quarter will be. Is this not a big deal, and I’m I placing too much importance on it? Or is it beneficial to review results less frequently?

My small business (digital subscription product) is in the process of completing our website. What metrics should I have the dev include to help the marketing department in the future?

Niche practice area, and thinking about moving firms. Without moving cities, there are really only 2 options. I think both would make me an offer and create a position. How should I approach this?

A summer associate has a side hustle business. It’s ok until they are barred right?

Good morning all, I need some guidance on how to get into the federal government. USA Jobs just doesn’t work for me. I am currently a government contractor, TS clearance, Investigative/Intelligence analyst.

What's the biggest stereotype about the marketing industry?

Tips on writing marketing company that sounds organic and punchy?

How early is too early to leave Amazon? I haven't worked at FAANG before.

I'm thinking about starting with a new company. I'm a commercial workers compensation underwriter with almost 3 years of experience. I currently make around 38k but I'm hearing that this is low for the market. Thinking about going to Travlers or Hartford. Anyone have experience there? What was your salary?

A $1T valuation is fine, but Tim Cook should be fired for the value loss that came from actually producing products, being famously boring and not losing his mind on social media.

How much should a TV producer be paid a year? I've been working as a digital producer for 2 years now and I've been traveling for the last 4 years, so I'm not sure what would be a fair payment in the US for a TV producer. Any comment will be extremely helpful.

Has anyone bought/ done the HRCI Certificate in Diversity and Inclusion in HR Management? I already have my PHR, but I’m looking to gain more knowledge/skills and beef up my resume. Is it worth doing? The course is $239 and you get 12 Recert credits with it.

Looking for opinions on Manning & Kass, Ellrod, Ramirez, Trester in Southern California.

What's more important in selling an idea?

Have you ever worked with Quartz Network Events? Were the meetings and events valuable? Did it lead to business?

I am on 60k and have been working as an Art Director for almost 4 years now. I have bronze lions/shortlists for a couple of campaigns from Cannes. Am I getting a shit deal?

What are some websites you use to find commercial directors? Hoping there’s a more searchable one out there instead of bouncing around from one production company site to the next

Hi Fishes, Got a call from SAP for functional role .I have 10 yrs exp in SAP functional skill , how much can I ask for compensation. Since when I asked 50% hike recruiter behaved abnormally and denied it.
What's job level and avg compensation for 10 yrs exp resource in sap labs.

Please help! I'm looking for writing terminology. At our agency, we are getting more into creative writing vs ... executional writing? Please help me find the right term. Creative means developing the big idea (concepting), writing scripts and headlines with flair, etc.) for an awareness "hook" and then the other camp, which includes brochures, one pagers, banner ads, sales sheets.

What should we call the other type of writing? (Cont in comments)

I found out that I can make more money starting, buying and running businesses than I can in law. Plus I'm home at 6pm every night. Did anyone find that out?

any insight into how a pmm skillset is different from a brand strategist one? of course the pmm applies insights to and influences the product, but it seems like a lot of the core elements - research, understanding the user, generating insights, developing messaging and angles to speak to them, etc are super similar. interested in transitioning and I want to understand where my gaps are!

Is anyone familiar with the boutique firm Wavestone out of New York/Paris?

Those who live in suburbs/semi-rural areas > 50 miles from the nearest airport, do you have any problems getting Ubers to and from?

Has Coforoge provided joining bonus to anyone., if yes how much can we ask?

Hi fishes. I am having 4 years of experience in Rpa UiPath. Coforge is paying me 21 lpa and 1.05 lpa variable and Ey GDS is paying 17 lpa fixed. Which one is better?

Hello all, I am looking for an opportunity in Singapore for my wife as we are moving there from India. She is 5+ YOE (IT) in MS Dynamics 365 CE with Power Platform. What role and decent package can we expect in Singapore?

With Latest News of XE Variant , what about below points...will be very helpful if someone can provide insight for same....For SAP Labs and SDC
1. Virtual or Offline on-boarding for New Joinee in June for B'lore location ?
2. WFH Possibility?

Anybody having experience good/bad about investing through Wint Wealth? Seems like a good way to diversify the liquid portion of the portfolio......if I am greedy this looks better than those liquid funds and a 100% safer than those too.
Also what independence disclosures will apply after the NSDL being made mandatory brokerage account....for Wint Wealth related investments

What advice do you have for someone who will soon start their first job as a retail manager?